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Dayton, Ohio Home Inspectors
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Mailing Address
P.O. Box 707
Xenia, OH 45385
Address (No walk-ins)
120 West Second Street
Dayton, OH 45402
About Us
We are local, not a franchise that "self certifies" its Inspectors. We have earned the highest level of licensure available in the country and are ready to give you the Inspection you deserve. Our referrals and reviews tell us that we are really detailed, strive to deliver a quality product and are great at explaining what we find.
Customer Reviews
Google Rating
5.0
Based on 506 reviews
Buyer's Inspection Service
5.0
Laurie Hessler
1696388929
This is the second time I've used Buyer's Inspection Service. I actually requested that my realtor set up the inspection with them. They do a very thorough inspection and you are given an easy to understand written report when they're finished. I would definitely recommend them.
Don Miller
1694637226
Absolutely an all-around professional service and experience! Detailed, yet simple in person and written Inspection report. Super easy process from scheduling, payment, inspection, and results. Will definitely hire this company again for future home inspection needs! You should too!
Ryan S
1691177884
Have used Buyers Inspection Service multiple times and have always been very pleased. This inspection was no different. David is thorough, professional, and provides a very pleasant experience. Would highly recommend.
J Hey
1690906499
Excellent and personable service. Evelina does exceptional responsiveness and David explains things very well.
Jackie Wilson
1690904755
My inspector was so efficient, he was professional & courteous. Talk about being thorough, I have never experienced such a thorough inspection ever! It was worth every penny of the money, and I highly recommend this company to everyone.
Lisa Twiggs
1690497481
Very thorough inspection with great insight and details in the report. Was a useful tool to fit us to determine if we wanted to go through with the purchase! Paid more to a competitor, not nearly as thorough or professional. I’d 100% recommend.
Gwynne
1690496236
Our pre-drywall home inspection was performed by Erick. He did a great job! He was very thorough and spent an hour going over the report with me and walking through the new building explaining strengths and possible points of concern. The report itself was easy to read and was emailed to us immediately after the inspection so we could forward it to our field manager promptly. We plan to use this company’s service again for a final walk-through.
Ken Clements
1690492600
Excellent service. They were very thorough and helped me move forward confidently in purchasing my home.
Martin Jackson
1690415316
Very knowledgeable and professional and inspection saved me money in the long run on a house I was going to purchase.
Marissa Fritz
1690408780
We had 3 inspections through our new house build and every inspection was done really well!! The inspection and the report was very thorough and they answered all of our questions! 100% recommend!!!
Myrna Gazzerro
1689368414
Ryan and his co-workers do a great job finding issues with homes and explaining things to my buyers. He is very thorough and reliable. I highly recommend him!
Aaron Tobias
1689124786
I would absolutely recommend Buyer's Inspection Services to anyone who asked or otherwise. Erick was extremely thorough and meticulous, taking time to explain things as he went through his inspection. The price was extremely reasonable for the service provided, Erick did not rush through ticking boxes, but made sure that everything worked as it should, or noting the ways in which they didn't.I was extremely impressed with the 50 page report full of actionable items and photographs (which was sent the same day!), not only for the leverage in negotiation but also as a checklist of maintenance and repair items to keep track of when we move in.
Josh Wenzell
1688146235
BIS was phenomenal to work with while under contract for our new house. Timely, friendly responses in addition to flexibility in scheduling for our tight contract timeline. The report itself was thorough but easy to understand for a first time homebuyer. I would not hesitate to recommend BIS to anyone looking for a thorough, responsive home inspector.
Sandy Rollins
1688079242
Great inspection. . Since this was a pre listing inspection, inspector was very helpful explaining the results, and letting us know what we needed to do.
Stephanie M
1687782463
We had a great experience with Ryan. He was very thorough and explained things well. Highly recommend.
Matthew Cerone
1687559147
We recently used Buyer's for inspecting a new build we just finished. They were responsive and professional. The report they generated was easy to understand and very through. I would recommend them to anyone who wants to help keep the builders in line.
Lucas Brown
1687479839
All around 5 star home inspection service! Eric was very through, professional, and had the patience to answer all of my questions.
Melody Harrell
1687472766
Inspection was very thorough and organized in a way that clearly addresses how urgently a repair/maintenance action is needed
M.C. Blackwell
1686953176
I cannot speak highly enough of my experience with Buyer's Inspection Service, and will not hesitate to call on them for inspection services should I consider purchasing a house again in the future. I was presented with an inspection report so thorough, it painted for me a straightforward impression of a house that although adorable in appearance, would ultimately have been an extensive project that would include among other things, replacing water damaged wood from roof to basement and odiferous sub floors due to cat urine. I remain impressed by the level of detail in my report; flaws that a realtor or seller may consider as minor, but could be red flags to a prospective buyer, were not overlooked and included in the report, and clinched my decision to ultimately pass on this purchase. I am grateful to Buyers Inspection Service for their thoroughness and professionalism and wholeheartedly recommend them.
Leslie Stryker
1686951511
This company performed a very through and detailed home inspection. Very professional. And they were able to accommodate our time frame.
Allie beck
1686950838
Eric went above and beyond for us by providing every detail we needed and answering all of our questions!
Kyle
1686852646
They saved me at least$60,000 in repairs I could have got into. Don't skip your home inspection! Buyer's inspection service is the only I will use! 2nd time I've used. Very detailed and friendly. Thanks for the great work!
Aman A
1686738708
Inspector Ryan was very polite and professional, but he didn't do his job right, he failed to catch or inspect a few things, including nonworking men's toilet stalls, and front door locks, and skipped other important things that needed to be addressed and unfortunately we are paying for it now.I paid $1000 for an hour and thirty minute’s work, which was $250 less than what I initially was told was the price. Including maybe 45 minutes to an hour of report work, you spent a bout 2.5 hrs at the most, what we negotiated and what I paid for was supposed to cover, ⅔’s of the day’s work. You told the realtors that it would take you three hours. However, once you saw the place, you told them it would be done in an hour and a half, and that is what you did. I did not expect one person would be able to complete a proper inspection in an hour and a half for this large of a building. Besides what I mentioned above, none of the building’s whole house fans/venting were tested. Also, if you had taken the time to walk in the attic, you would have seen daylight coming through next to the furnace chimney. It’s expected that you have the proper gear for your own safety, and although you did go on the roof, you failed to note the flashing of one of the furnace chimneys was not done properly, which is how water is now leaking into the building. I deal with inspectors 2 to 3 times a year, and I hired you because my realtor recommended you. After this experience, I don't know where to rank you.
Deanna Murphy
1686201077
So impressed with Ryan and the team at Buyer's Inspection Service. We're a nonprofit organization making our first property purchase so ensuring each dollar is spent appropriately is important to us, and these guys helped to give us the peace of mind we were seeking. A large commercial building can quickly turn into a large commercial headache if you're not careful, and thanks to Buyer's Inspection Service, we're going into this purchase with eyes wide open! We'd recommend them to everyone we know! Thanks for a great experience!
Pam Nunya
1682508690
Timely, responsive and supportive. The inspector explained things in detail and spent a lot of time showing me around . I appreciate him and would use them again in the future:
Joe Stomps
1682465388
Very personable inspector, who was diligent, knowledgeable, and detail oriented.Overall, the process working with Buyer’s Inspection Service was transparent and comforting, knowing such a big purchase will have no surprises.
Caitlin Rothert
1682464722
Our realtor recommended Buyer's Inspection Service during the purchase of our first home and they were great. Very detailed and thorough, and the take-home report included very helpful photos alongside the write-ups that made understanding any issues much easier. If we ever find ourselves in the market to purchase a home in the area again, we'd definitely use them a second time.
Elm Saz
1682455934
I'd like to thank the whole company for their great work. If you decide to have a happy life after buying a house then I recomend the Buyers Inspection! David explained every detail like a father to his child so it was easy to understand and know what to expect during and after inspection. We had one inspection in March and we are going to have another one in May.
Matthew Oram
1679600195
Buyer’s Inspection Service provided a very detailed inspection. We used the detailed inspection report to negotiate with the sellers for repairs, ultimately leading to savings that were about 10x the cost of the inspection. Overall, the inspection was thorough, detailed, and provided great value.
Alex Goebel
1679593661
These guys are amazing. I’ve used them on four houses, and they will be the only inspection service I use on every house I buy going forward. We've had Ryan and David inspect houses, and there is no difference in their quality, they're both amazing. I won't buy a house without one of them looking at it.
Facebook Rating
5.0
Based on 25 reviews
Buyer's Inspection Service
5.0
Randy Travis
1687469273
David was just exceptional!!! He was extremely knowledgeable, respectful and personable. I could not be more pleased with the inspection and what he found. The report is concise, through and sent very quickly. We could not be happier.
Also, Evelina was so kind and easy to schedule with. She is a real asset to your company!!!
Also, Evelina was so kind and easy to schedule with. She is a real asset to your company!!!
Allie Beck
1686959440
Erik was absolutely phenomenal, he went above and beyond to help us understand exactly what improvements were needed on our home. I cannot recommend him enough!
Virginia Scott
1676643683
I highly recommend Buyers Inspection Services. I’m building and began to have many concerns with my builder after reading reviews and was able to inform the inspector prior to the pre-dry meeting my concerns and what are the common trends I was reading and he was able to calm my nerves and educate me post inspection. There were some observations that was made to the builder that if I didn’t have an inspector it would’ve cost me so yes there is ROI on having Buyers with new construction. Thank you
Susan Flynn Trimbach
1669178917
Ryan completed a very thorough inspection and was patient and detailed in his responses to our questions. We highly recommend him and Buyer's Inspection Service.
Sarah Cotterman
1668822171
Our entire experience with Buyer’s Inspection Service was excellent, from the ease of making the appointment to the inspection report. The inspector, Eric, arrived on time, checked everything thoroughly, explained things in a way that’s easy to understand, and produced a very comprehensive inspection report. I highly recommend using Buyers Inspection Service.
Ashley Reed
1664389179
Erick is awesome! Great to work with, very thorough, super knowledgeable and explained everything. Being a first time home buyer I’m so grateful for him taking time to walk me through everything, explain everything and I felt like he cares not just about my immediate wellbeing but my future wellbeing in the house. Highly recommend! 💕
Carlos Landaburu
1651875487
David Roche with Buyer's Inspection Service conducted the inspection of my home for possible humidity and mold damage. He went down into the crawl space, took photographs and documented everything that needed attention. He shared with me a preliminary version of his findings and later sent me a detailed report. He discussed with me technical and financial alternatives which sent me on my way to find a solution for my crawl space and related problems. I strongly recommend this service.
Candy Lyons
1649713843
Eric was great to work with. We used him for the house we are selling and the house we are buying. I really appreciated how through he was, explained the major repairs, answered questions and was never rushing. If you need a true home inspection, call Eric!
Mia Gerardi
1640283674
Great experience from start to finish! Booking was a breeze, communication was stellar and David was incredibly knowledgeable, taking the time to explain his findings and answer all of our questions. We will absolutely be returning for future inspections
Emily Elizabeth
1640211389
Ryan is awesome! He was so friendly and thorough in the inspection and explaining everything to me afterwards.
Ayuko Satoshi
1636760256
I Just wanted to say a big thank you to Mrs Catherine Abramson , for handling the trading of my account. Your professionalism, genuine kindness and bluntness at times when I needed to face reality are what made me progress. I invested $5000 and got $7000 in a week. I only wish I had known about you earlier from the first moment I decided to trade. Nevertheless, I am grateful!
contact her via Email: Abramsoncatherine57@gmail. Com
WhatsApp: +1(415) 763-8770
contact her via Email: Abramsoncatherine57@gmail. Com
WhatsApp: +1(415) 763-8770
Tyler Edmondson
1635539302
I’ve used Buyers Inspection for every inspection on houses I have bought! They are very efficient, and will take the time to explain everything to you. I highly recommend!
Steve DAmico
1635384202
I had never used an inspector for a new construction home, but will from here on out
My builder was not open to accepting a third party inspection, but when they received the report they fixed every issue identified by David
Thank you for your professionalism, full explanation and taking the time to go through my home and every step of the process
If you need a home inspection, look no further than Buyers Inspection Service
Thank you for helping us protect and verify the quality and safety of our single largest investment
Steve & Pam
My builder was not open to accepting a third party inspection, but when they received the report they fixed every issue identified by David
Thank you for your professionalism, full explanation and taking the time to go through my home and every step of the process
If you need a home inspection, look no further than Buyers Inspection Service
Thank you for helping us protect and verify the quality and safety of our single largest investment
Steve & Pam
Kim Whittridge
1633628667
David was awesome. He took his time to explain everything to us. David was very thorough. Thank you for all of your hard work. A-1 service.
Jack Knopp
1633126018
Thorough inspection completed by David! excellent personal skills and has a great sense of humor too!
Janet Bishop
1622756475
Buyers Inspection was prompt and did a very good job of inspecting and reporting of the results in a very timely manner.
Buck Pennington
1616153374
David is an amazing inspector! Knowledgeable, professional and down to earth. Provided useful advice on home maintenance as well as an incredibly thorough inspection. Best I’ve ever worked with!
Kelly Paquette
1613689039
Very thorough at pre-drywall inspection.
Have used this company three times. Same inspector every time which we really liked. Found things we never would of thought about. Recommend this company highly.
Have used this company three times. Same inspector every time which we really liked. Found things we never would of thought about. Recommend this company highly.
Danielle Digiorgi
1613687963
Davis was not only quick but extremely efficient. He answered all my questions and my family members who tagged along. This is my first home so I’m happy I chose this company to make sure I’m buying a good one that’s safe for my family.
Tabitha Graham
1611876583
Ryan was great! After the inspection you receive a detailed report showing any issues found. Highly recommend this company and Ryan.
Margie Rogala
1608679846
They do a very thorough job. I would recommend them all the time to my clients.
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Yelp Rating
5.0
Based on 6 reviews
Buyer's Inspection Service
5.0
K A.
1566031156
David R. did a great job at the home I'm purchasing. He was very thorough! I received a binder with a ton of pictures and explanations of everything that's...
Robert L.
1557328795
David did an awesome job. My inspection allowed me to save over $10,000 on my home purchase after he identified several major issues I didn't see including...
Aaron I.
1500837408
Highly recommend Buyers Inspection Service. I purchased two properties over the past five years and used them as the home inspectors for both purchases. I...
Lauren S.
1486982966
An excellent experience with this company. Easy to get started, and on the day of inspection, punctual and friendly. Even gave some advice about how to...
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My furnace has a switch on the front panel it’s covered by a clear rubber cover you can push it in and hit the switch is that the disconnect switch?
Have never seen one like that, usually that clear cover is seen on “all electric heating systems” with heater coils and they would be breakers, which could then be used as a disconnect.